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A Play Mode Route: Activating Creativity & Connection

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Welcome to a Trailblazer Route!

View Route Map (PDF)

 

How This Works

Blaze a trail through the Solutions Hub Expo at the co-located ISTELive 25 and ASCD Annual 25 conference! This guided journey will take you to selected innovative exhibitors that focus on playful learning. Here's how to participate:

     1. Start at the Trailblazer Area (Booth #2254) where our team will welcome you.

     2. Visit the Trailhead counters to pick up a physical map of this route -- or create your own.

     3. Collect engaging questions at the Trailhead to guide your vendor conversations.

     4. Speak with at least two vendors on your route using at least 2 of the questions provided.

     5. Return to Booth #2254 to share what you learned.

     6. Spin the prize wheel to win a premium insulated tumbler or other exciting swag.

 

Meet Your Guide 

 

Laurie Guyon, Lead Coordinator for Instructional Technology Programs

Let's go on an interactive journey designed to reignite the spark of creativity and connection in every classroom. This route invites educators to explore joyful ways to bring learning to life through play. No competition, no pressure—just a chance to level up your lessons with curiosity, laughter, and purposeful fun. Along the way, you'll collect inspiration, connect with fellow educators, and unlock simple yet powerful ways to make your classroom a more playful, engaging space for every learner. Ready to press start?

 

View Full Route Map

Booth numbers occasionally change. For the most current booth locations, browse the interactive expo map.

 

🚏 Stop 1

Merge - Booth 1648

 

🚏 Stop 2

WeWillWrite - Booth 628

 

🚏 Stop 3

QBall - Booth 1006

 

🚏 Stop 4

Robotical - Booth 1026

Sphero - Booth 1118

 

🚏 Stop 5

Quizizz, Inc. - Booth 1500

 

🚏 Stop 6

Kami - Booth 1900

WeVideo, Inc. - Booth 2200

 

🚏 Stop 7

LEGO Education - Booth 2019

Nearpod/Renaissance- Booth 2218

 

🚏 Stop 8

Genially - Booth 3024 

Padlet- Booth 3226

 

🚏 Stop 9

Van Robotics - Booth 3518

 

🏁 Stop 10

Book Creator - Booth 3236

SchoolAI - Booth 3136

 

Return to Booth #2254 for Swag and Snacks!

 

Other Conference Highlights

Don't miss these recommended experiences from your route curator:

  • Check out the playgrounds for more hands on playful learning.

 

These routes are created by ISTE+ASCD educators. ISTE+ASCD does not select or endorse any organizations or products on the Solutions Expo floor. 

Solutions Hub Expo Route

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